Visit MJ Cole’s gin factory-turned-studio in east London

A UKG legend pulls back the curtain on his studio.

MJ Cole has been an integral part of the UK garage scene for over two decades. He’s not just a throwback artist; through a constant process of reinvention and collaboration he’s managed to remain relevant while many of his UKG peers have fallen off the radar.

Cole’s studio – which is located in a former gin factory in east London – is part of a creative hub for some of the most prolific producers and musicians in London. We jumped at the chance to get a tour of his space, where he explained his setup and his love for vintage pianos, including his beloved Rhodes.